{"id":93067,"date":"2023-09-21T23:18:39","date_gmt":"2023-09-22T06:18:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=93067"},"modified":"2023-12-19T17:31:19","modified_gmt":"2023-12-20T01:31:19","slug":"what-is-the-most-stolen-car-in-the-us","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/what-is-the-most-stolen-car-in-the-us\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the Most Stolen Car in the US?"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 6<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column_4cccfd-d9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_4cccfd-d9 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_4cccfd-d9 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_4cccfd-d9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_4cccfd-d9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_4cccfd-d9 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_4cccfd-d9 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_4cccfd-d9{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_4cccfd-d9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_4cccfd-d9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column inner-column-1 kadence-column_4cccfd-d9 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-9ea6ac  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-998c37\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_541d41-ec, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_541d41-ec[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_541d41-ec\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_541d41-ec mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_541d41-ec[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_541d41-ec\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_541d41-ec img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_541d41-ec[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_541d41-ec\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading_541d41-ec summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_541d41-ec\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Car thefts are incredibly common all across the 50 states. California is the state with the most motor vehicle thefts at 202,685 in 2022. Some cars are more attractive to thieves than others.<\/li><li>The top five most stolen cars in the US are the Hyundai Sonata, Honda Accord, Honda Civic, Ford F-Series Pickup Trucks, and Chevrolet Silverado.<\/li><li>The reason why the Chevy Silverado is a popular target for thieves is because they have lots of useful components worth selling and they are easier to steal compared to other vehicles.<\/li><li>To prevent car theft, try to always close your windows and lock your doors, don&rsquo;t leave valuables in your car, and invest in better security systems and tracking devices.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>As unfortunate as it sounds, car thefts are incredibly common all across the 50 states &mdash; even if there are fewer cases in some states than others. California is the state with the most motor vehicle thefts at 202,685 in 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But what exactly is the most stolen car in the US?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For reasons that will be revealed to you soon enough, some cars are more attractive to thieves than others. You&rsquo;ve probably caught yourself wondering why bulky pickup trucks are stolen far more frequently than sedans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re keen on finding an answer to that question, here&rsquo;s a list of five of the most stolen cars in the US.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top Five Most Stolen Cars in the US<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hyundai Sonata<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2013-hyundai-sonata-hyundai-newsroom-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"2013 hyundai sonata hyundai newsroom\" class=\"wp-image-93068\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2013-hyundai-sonata-hyundai-newsroom-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2013-hyundai-sonata-hyundai-newsroom-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2013-hyundai-sonata-hyundai-newsroom-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2013-hyundai-sonata-hyundai-newsroom-1536x1022.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2013-hyundai-sonata-hyundai-newsroom-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2013-hyundai-sonata-hyundai-newsroom-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2013-hyundai-sonata-hyundai-newsroom.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>All in all, 21,707 Hyundai Sonatas were stolen in the US in 2022. Image credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hyundainews.com\/gallery\/images\/5972\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Hyundai Newsroom\">Hyundai Newsroom<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Total thefts in 2022: 21,707<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Model year most likely to be stolen: 2013<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fifth on the list of most stolen cars in the US is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/hyundai\/sonata\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Hyundai Sonata\">Hyundai Sonata<\/a> &mdash; an attractive sedan known for its impressive fuel economy and performance, not to mention its sleek appearance. These factors and the lack of adequate anti-theft features made the Hyundai Sonata a popular target for car thieves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over 5,000 Hyundai Sonatas were stolen in California, and almost 2,000 were stolen in Illinois. All in all, 21,707 Hyundai Sonatas were stolen in the US in 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Honda Accord<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2002-honda-accord-honda-newsroom-1024x675.jpg\" alt=\"2002 honda accord honda newsroom\" class=\"wp-image-93069\" width=\"1024\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2002-honda-accord-honda-newsroom-1024x675.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2002-honda-accord-honda-newsroom-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2002-honda-accord-honda-newsroom-768x506.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2002-honda-accord-honda-newsroom-1536x1012.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2002-honda-accord-honda-newsroom-150x99.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2002-honda-accord-honda-newsroom.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>Because of its popularity, the Honda Accord is one of the most highly sought-after vehicles for car thieves, who either sell the vehicles or break them down into parts and sell them to chop shops. Image credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/hondanews.com\/en-US\/photos\/photo-12f87dab224ee6539df0ae004c354b4a-2002-honda-accord-se-2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Honda Newsroom\">Honda Newsroom<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Total thefts in 2022: 27,089<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Model year most likely to be stolen: 1997<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Next is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/honda\/accord\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Honda Accord\">Honda Accord<\/a>, another commonly used sedan beloved for its attractive exterior, reliable performance, and excellent fuel economy. Because of its popularity, the Honda Accord is one of the most highly sought-after vehicles for car thieves, who either sell the vehicles or break them down into parts and sell them to chop shops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Almost 8,000 Honda Accords were stolen in California, closely followed by Texas with 1,400 reported thefts in 2022 alone. In fact, out of all 50 states, the Honda Accord was the number one most stolen car in seven of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Honda Civic<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2000-honda-civic-honda-newsroom-1024x839.jpg\" alt=\"2000 honda civic honda newsroom\" class=\"wp-image-93070\" width=\"1024\" height=\"839\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2000-honda-civic-honda-newsroom-1024x839.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2000-honda-civic-honda-newsroom-300x246.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2000-honda-civic-honda-newsroom-768x629.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2000-honda-civic-honda-newsroom-1536x1258.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2000-honda-civic-honda-newsroom-150x123.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2000-honda-civic-honda-newsroom.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>Since it&rsquo;s such an attractive and popular vehicle and because of the sheer demand for Honda Civic replacement parts, car thieves have singled out Honda Civics as the sedan worth stealing the most in the US. Image credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/hondanews.com\/en-US\/photos\/photo-b25e930341ba1e7e8848a9004c354d37-2000-civic-si-3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Honda Newsroom\">Honda Newsroom<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Total thefts in 2022: 27,113<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Model year most likely to be stolen: 2000<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/honda\/civic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Honda Civic\">Honda Civic<\/a> is a top-notch sedan with performance as good as its design. Since it&rsquo;s such an attractive and popular vehicle and because of the sheer demand for Honda Civic replacement parts, car thieves have singled out Honda Civics as the sedan worth stealing the most in the US.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There were over 10,000 reported Honda Civic thefts in California, closely followed by Washington with over 3,000 reported thefts &mdash; all of which happened in 2022 alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ford F-Series Pickup Trucks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2006-ford-f150-truck-ford-media-center-1024x900.jpg\" alt=\"2006 ford f150 truck ford media center\" class=\"wp-image-93072\" width=\"1024\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2006-ford-f150-truck-ford-media-center-1024x900.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2006-ford-f150-truck-ford-media-center-300x264.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2006-ford-f150-truck-ford-media-center-768x675.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2006-ford-f150-truck-ford-media-center-1536x1350.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2006-ford-f150-truck-ford-media-center-150x132.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2006-ford-f150-truck-ford-media-center.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>Ford F-Series pickups are beloved for their impressive maximum weight capacity and towing ability, not to mention how they&rsquo;re able to carry a lot of passengers and cargo simultaneously. Image credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/media.ford.com\/content\/dam\/fordmedia\/North%20America\/US\/2015\/09\/07\/2006-Ford-F-150-neg-CN336814-055.jpg\/jcr:content\/renditions\/cq5dam.web.881.495.jpeg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Ford Media Center\">Ford Media Center<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Total thefts in 2022: 48,175<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Model year most likely to be stolen: 2006<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike the Sonata, the Accord, or the Civic, the second most stolen vehicle in the US isn&rsquo;t a sedan. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/ford\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Ford\">Ford<\/a> F-Series trucks take this spot on our list. These pickups are beloved for their impressive maximum weight capacity and towing ability, not to mention how they&rsquo;re able to carry a lot of passengers and cargo simultaneously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Almost 9,000 Ford pickup trucks were stolen in California closely followed by Washington with over 4,000. Ultimately, a total of 48,175 Ford pickup trucks were stolen in 2022. Out of all 50 states, Ford pickup trucks were the most commonly stolen vehicles in 18 of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Chevrolet Silverado<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2004-chevrolet-silverado-1500-chevrolet-pressroom-1024x642.jpg\" alt=\"2004 chevrolet silverado 1500 chevrolet pressroom\" class=\"wp-image-93071\" width=\"1024\" height=\"642\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2004-chevrolet-silverado-1500-chevrolet-pressroom-1024x642.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2004-chevrolet-silverado-1500-chevrolet-pressroom-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2004-chevrolet-silverado-1500-chevrolet-pressroom-768x481.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2004-chevrolet-silverado-1500-chevrolet-pressroom-1536x962.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2004-chevrolet-silverado-1500-chevrolet-pressroom-150x94.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2004-chevrolet-silverado-1500-chevrolet-pressroom.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>The most stolen car in the US is none other than the Chevrolet Silverado series pickup truck. Image credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/media.chevrolet.com\/media\/us\/en\/chevrolet\/search_results.modal.0.id.6419.html\/content\/dam\/Media\/images\/US\/History\/Archives-Most-Requested\/Chevrolet-Trucks-Historical\/2004-Chevrolet-Silverado-1500.jpg\/6419.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Chevrolet Pressroom\">Chevrolet Pressroom<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Total thefts in 2022: 49,903<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Model year most likely to be stolen: 2004<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, the most stolen car in the US is none other than the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/chevrolet\/silverado\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Chevrolet Silverado\">Chevrolet Silverado<\/a> series pickup truck. These vehicles are known for being configurable, for their towing and carrying capacity, and for suitability for off-road driving, but that&rsquo;s not the real reason car thieves keep stealing them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over 15,000 Chevrolet Silverado pickup trucks were stolen in 2022 in the state of California alone, closely followed by over 10,000 reported thefts in Texas. These two states alone account for over 50% of the total cases of stolen Chevrolet Silverado pickups in the US, making it the most stolen vehicle across all 50 states. Out of all states, the Chevrolet Silverado pickup was the most stolen car in 19 of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Do Car Thieves Steal So Many Chevrolet Silverado Pickup Trucks?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>So why exactly are so many people stealing Silverado trucks?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The reason why this Chevy is so highly sought-after is because of two key factors: the first is that these trucks have lots of useful components worth selling, and the second is that these vehicles may be easier for them to steal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In terms of components, the one most commonly stolen is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/what-cars-are-targeted-for-catalytic-converter-theft-the-most-often\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"catalytic converter\">catalytic converter<\/a>. Catalytic converters don&rsquo;t just sell for a high price &mdash; they&rsquo;re also easy to disconnect and remove from a vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As for how thieves can get away with stealing such massive vehicles so consistently, some owners place the blame on OnStar, the vehicle&rsquo;s built-in security system. This application is allegedly easy to hack, making it easier for thieves to disable the vehicle&rsquo;s anti-theft features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ultimately, these two factors combined make Chevrolet Silverado pickup trucks the perfect targets for grand theft auto.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"article-search-widget\">\n<div class=\"cp-search\">\n<div align=\"center\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/w_auto,dpr_auto\/carparts\/logos\/badge_wordmark\/full_color\/CP_LOGO_COLOUR_RGB\" alt=\"CarParts.com\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\">\n<\/div>\n<form id=\"cpsearchform\" name=\"cpsearchform\" action=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/search\" method=\"get\" target=\"_blank\" accept-charset=\"character_set\" aria-label=\"search CarParts.com\">\n    <input type=\"text\" class=\"keyword\" name=\"q\" placeholder=\"Search for parts on CarParts.com\" value=\"\" aria-label=\"Search CarParts.com\"><input type=\"submit\" class=\"btn-search\" value=\"Search\" aria-label=\"Search\">\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Taking Care of Your Vehicle: 5 Tips on How to Prevent Car Theft<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to know <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/catalytic-converter-theft-is-on-the-rise-how-to-protect-your-vehicle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"how to protect your vehicle\">how to protect your vehicle<\/a> from potential car thieves, follow these simple steps. Bear in mind that no vehicle is truly safe from thieves &mdash; especially ones that have high-end components and functioning parts like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/catalytic-converter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"catalytic converters\">catalytic converters<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Always Close Your Windows and Lock Your Doors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One common mistake people often make is to leave their vehicles unattended with the car doors unlocked or the windows open. A competent thief can hotwire your vehicle and start the ignition system without a key. Leaving the doors unlocked gives thieves an easy opening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Don&rsquo;t Leave Valuables in Your Car<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The odds of your vehicle being stolen increase exponentially if there are expensive items in your car. Valuables like electronic devices, clothing, and bags are all prime targets for thieves who wouldn&rsquo;t mind getting a little something on the side after stealing your vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Invest in Better Security Systems and Tracking Devices<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some vehicles have poor security systems whereas some have none at all. Installing a powerful and reliable security system as soon as you get the chance is a good idea. Systems like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/whats-the-meaning-of-an-immobilizer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"vehicle immobilizers\">vehicle immobilizers<\/a> can disable vehicles even after they&rsquo;ve been hotwired, preventing thieves from getting away. Similarly, tracking devices can help you find your vehicle even after it&rsquo;s been stolen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Keep Spare Keys Out of Reach<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s important to keep any spare keys you have safe and secure and as far away from the vehicle as possible. Never keep your spare keys inside the vehicle itself. Also, make sure that your car keys are on your person while you&rsquo;re out and about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Park in Well-Lit Areas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Thieves are less likely to target your vehicle if you park it in a well-lit area since surveillance cameras are more likely to pick up their activity. The odds of there being witnesses in bright areas also increase exponentially as passersby might be able to catch thieves in the act.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 6<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>As unfortunate as it sounds, car thefts are incredibly common all across the 50 states &mdash; even if there are&#8230; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/what-is-the-most-stolen-car-in-the-us\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":93073,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[53,3950,3768],"tags":[87,446,66,149,100,781,141,167,647],"ppma_author":[2607,3269],"class_list":{"0":"post-93067","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-features","8":"category-for-the-car-owner","9":"category-lifestyle","10":"tag-chevrolet","11":"tag-chevrolet-silverado","12":"tag-ford","13":"tag-ford-f-150","14":"tag-honda","15":"tag-honda-accord","16":"tag-honda-civic","17":"tag-hyundai","18":"tag-hyundai-sonata","19":"entry"},"acf":{"adrotate_specific_mobile_ad":"","adrotate_specific_desktop_ad":""},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.8 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>What is the Most Stolen Car in the US? - In The Garage with CarParts.com<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Curious about which car gets stolen the most in the US? 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